Celery Free Cinnamon Rooibos Vanilla Tea
Warm, spiced, and deeply comforting, this rooibos brew is the kind of drink that makes you want to curl up with a blanket and slow down for a few minutes. The earthy sweetness of rooibos pairs beautifully with Ceylon cinnamon and vanilla powder, creating a cup that feels indulgent without any fuss. A drizzle of honey rounds everything out, and a splash of coconut milk transforms it into something almost creamy and dessert-like. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from celery and celery derivatives — no label-scanning required, just straightforward pantry staples you can trust. Simmering the tea on the stovetop rather than simply steeping it in hot water draws out a richer, deeper flavor that makes this feel a step above your average herbal cup. It comes together in minutes and is just as lovely as an afternoon pick-me-up as it is a wind-down evening ritual.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- 2 tsp loose-leaf rooibos tea
- ¼ tsp vanilla powder
- ⅛ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- 1–2 tsp honey, or to taste
- ¼ cup full-fat coconut milk (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, rooibos tea, vanilla powder, and Ceylon cinnamon in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low and steep for 5 minutes, until the liquid is a deep reddish-amber.
- 2
Remove from the heat and stir in the honey until fully dissolved. Taste and add more honey if desired.
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